"Pediatric Gastroenterology (Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Pediatrics) - SMS-3428"

This is an academic position in the practice and teaching of Pediatric Gastroenterology to medical students, residents, and allied health professionals.

Teaching

• Participate in the development and implementation of specific undergraduate curricula in Pediatric Gastroenterology.
• Participate directly in Pediatric Gastroenterology residency training.
• Participate in continuing education programs in Pediatric Gastroenterology for both the clinical faculty and for practicing physicians in the area.
• Provide a role model for students and residents as a teacher and practicing Pediatric Gastroenterology.
• Serve as a mentor for Pediatric Clerkship students.
• Present at conferences for the Department of Pediatrics, such as Grand Rounds, Resident and Clerkship Seminars.
• Regularly attend departmental meetings and educational seminars.

Service

• Demonstrates, by actions, commitment to the mission and the behavioral standards of SIU School of Medicine. Provides excellent service to both internal and external customers through collaboration and partnership; compassion and respect; integrity and accountability; diversity and inclusion; as well as continuous learning and improvement.
• Set an example to future practitioners of highly-skilled and conscientious practice of Pediatric Gastroenterology that is balanced with self-education and other academic activities.
• Assist in the coordination of multiple disciplinary clinics for the care of Pediatric Gastroenterology patients including outreach clinics.
• Maintain a clinical practice in Pediatric Gastroenterology in order to enhance clinical proficiency. These services will be provided in accordance with the terms of departmental, hospital and SIU HealthCare policies and guidelines.
• Participate in peer review for assessing clinical practice skills for faculty within the Division.
• Represent the Division in regional, state, and national matters pertaining to the field of Pediatric Gastroenterology.
• Attend national meetings and symposia in Pediatric Gastroenterology and related fields for the purpose of contribution, acquisition of additional knowledge, and as an example to other physicians.
• Serve on committees in national, regional, and state societies pertaining to Pediatric Gastroenterology.
• Represent the Division and/or Department on committees as requested by the Department Chairman.

Administration

• Assist the Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology in coordinating and directing the residency program.
• Assist in the assessment of manpower and education needs in the specialty of Pediatric Gastroenterology in central and southern Illinois and develop education programs to meet these needs.

Research

• Actively engage in research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the Division.
• Provide a role model for students and residents as an investigator.
• Seek appropriate funding mechanisms to support research.
• Participate in quality assurance programs as assigned by the Division.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent degree
• Board eligible in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics
• Board eligible in pediatric gastroenterology
• Eligible for licensure in the State of Illinois
• Successful completion of an approved residency program
• Possess a strong commitment to clinical and educational excellence
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations